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The Star
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Stacy Anam delights fans with appearance at Kaamatan finale
Stacy Anam and Hakim Ahmad meeting their fans at the cultural homes witjin the Kadazan Dusun Cultural Association's Hongkod Koisaan vicinity on Saturday (May 31). KOTA KINABALU: Fans were excited to see Sabah homegrown singer Stacy Anam at the Kadazandusun Cultural Association's (KDCA) Hongkod Koisaan on the final day of the Kaamatan Festival on Saturday (May 31). Festival goers swarmed to catch a glimpse of the season six Akademi Fantasia winner. Excited cries of "Stacy!" filled the air, with many taking wefies with the Penampang-born star. Stacy, who was with her husband, singer Akim Ahmad, was visibly moved by the warm reception and festive atmosphere. "It has been so long since I celebrated Kaamatan. "I went back to my kampung, which was alive with the Kaamatan spirit. It reminded me of who I am and where I come from," said the 34-year-old. Dubbed as Malaysia's "dancing queen", Stacy said she was proud to be Sabahan and of Kadazan ethnicity. "Our culture is incredibly rich and unique, something that cannot be described with words," she said. Stacy's will be holding a much-anticipated concert at the Sabah International Convention Centre (SICC) on June 21. Akim shared his admiration for the vibrant cultural celebration. "This is a wonderful opportunity for families to come together. It is not just limited to Sabahans. We saw Unduk Ngadau contestants from places like Johor, Klang Valley and other states," he said. Kaamatan, Sabah's month-long harvest festival, celebrates unity, gratitude and heritage, and remains one of the most beloved events on the state's cultural calendar.
Malay Mail
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Malay Mail
Ziana Zain, Anuar Zain, Ernie Zakrie, Syamel team up for ‘EMPAT Live in KL 2025' family concert this October
KUALA LUMPUR, April 30 — When two generations of vocal excellence meet, a special concert event is born. Malaysian music icons are set to perform together on October 18. The EMPAT Live in Kuala Lumpur 2025 concert will feature legendary singers and siblings Ziana Zain and Anuar Zain, along with their niece, award-winning singer Ernie Zakrie, and her husband Syamel, a singer-composer and alumnus of Akademi Fantasia 2015. EMPAT Live in KL 2025, which will be held at the Mega Star Arena, will also mark the first concert collaboration between the four family members, each of whom has made a significant impact on the Malaysian music industry. Organised by Anuar Zain Network (AZN) in collaboration with Altus ProHouse, the concert symbolises love, unity, and the celebration of Malaysian talent across generations. 'This project is truly exciting because none of us ever imagined that fate would bring us — my sister Ziana, our niece Ernie, and her husband Syamel — together as entertainers in the same industry, sharing one stage for a concert,' Anuar said in a press release. 'After careful planning, EMPAT Live in Kuala Lumpur 2025 has finally been made a reality. This concert has actually been in the works for two to three years, however, due to our busy schedules and each artist's commitments, we had to wait for the right time. 'Thankfully, this year the timing aligned, and we're excited to finally present EMPAT Live in Kuala Lumpur 2025 as planned,' Anuar added. For Madah Berhelah songstress Ziana, the concert, which fans have requested many times before, will showcase talents from two different generations. 'I see EMPAT as a celebration brought to life after numerous fan requests. They'll attend one concert but experience music from two generations — mine and Anuar's, and that of Ernie and Syamel,' Ziana said. 'I won't promise something extraordinary — but come and enjoy EMPAT for what it truly is. I want fans to leave with magical, unforgettable moments,' she added. Meanwhile, Ernie described the invitation as an emotional milestone, saying she couldn't hold back tears after receiving the invitation to perform alongside her aunt and uncle. She shared that performing with Ziana and Anuar is a dream come true, having grown up watching them work hard on their careers. Syamel, expressing gratitude for the golden opportunity, promised fans that each performer will bring their own energy and unique style. The EMPAT concert will also feature Jennifer Thompson as concert director, along with Sze Wan as music director. Meet the musical family Ziana is a renowned Malaysian singer who made a significant impact on the local music industry, especially during the early 1990s, where she delivered commercially successful songs consistently, including highly acclaimed tracks such as Anggapanmu, Puncak Kasih, and Setia Ku Di Sini. Aside from appearing in several famous local films such as Sembilu and Maria Mariana, she was also the first Malaysian female artist to win the 1995 Voice of Asia competition in Kazakhstan. Her brother Anuar also achieved significant success in the local music industry. He began his career as part of the child duo Anuar & Ellina back in the 1980s. After spending around 10 years as a Malaysia Airlines flight attendant, Anuar returned to the music industry with his self-titled album in 1998 and has since released several other albums and a slew of highly acclaimed tracks such as Sedetik Lebih, Lelaki Ini, and Bila Resah. He received numerous accolades throughout the years, including Best Male Vocalist at the Anugerah Industri Muzik (AIM) in 1998. Both Anuar and Ziana are known for their exceptional vocal range. Following in their footsteps, Ernie, who debuted with her Sinaran album in 2011, is also currently making waves in the industry. Ernie, who has demonstrated powerful vocal control on stage numerous times, has been recognised with the Best Vocal award several times at Malaysia's premier singing competition, Anugerah Juara Lagu (AJL), with the most recent win being in this year's edition through the hit song Aura. Syamel has also been involved with Ernie's music career, having helped compose several of her songs. They even recorded a song together titled Aku Cinta, which is a fan favourite. Ticket information Tickets for EMPAT Live in KL 2025 went on sale on April 25. As of April 30, three categories are sold out: Royal Twin Seats, Gold, Silver, and Bronze. However, VIP (RM1,088), Platinum (RM888), and Diamond (RM688) tickets are still available. Tickets can be purchased online. For persons with disabilities, a dedicated hotline is available for ticket purchase assistance at +6011-11900518.
Hype Malaysia
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
From Ika Nabella To Caprice: Local Celebs Weigh In On Exes Cik Epal & Jofliam's Recent Relationship Drama
Exes Cik Epal and Jofliam have been publicly clashing in recent weeks. Both have frequently posted updates about their divorce settlement, arguments, and accusations against one another. The mother of two recently claimed that her ex-husband's new wife scratched her face and prevented her from collecting her belongings from the house she had shared with Jofliam during their marriage. The businesswoman also alleged that her ex-husband had denied her access to their children, claiming he feared she might run away with them. With the ongoing drama playing out on their respective social media pages, some local celebrities have voiced their frustration and expressed disappointment over the former couple's behaviour. Ika Nabella Singer Ika Nabella took to Threads to urge Cik Epal and Jofliam to resolve their dispute privately and peacefully. She directed most of her criticism at the latter, alleging that he had failed to fulfil his responsibilities, while also calling out his new wife for further escalating the situation. 'Aren't you embarrassed that your kids are watching all this? As for your wife, the whole of Malaysia knows you're a homewrecker. Why make this worse for yourself? Show some class for once,' wrote the former Akademi Fantasia contestant. The artist expressed hope that the former couple would be able to reach an agreement without compromising their children's mental well-being. 'A toxic environment at home can really mess with children's minds. There is no need for anyone to get physical. This drama will only teach your kids the wrong things about love, trust, and how to handle problems,' she added. Da'i Wan Celebrity preacher Da'i Wan penned a lengthy open letter to Cik Epal and Jofliam on Instagram, urging the two parents to end their public dispute. 'Please settle this in private. Don't be the cause of slander, and don't commit any more sinful acts that you'll be punished for in the afterlife. Please, this has to stop,' he wrote. The public figure advised the former couple to take a step back from social media and move on before the situation escalates further. 'Where is the love that once existed? Today, your hearts are clouded by revenge and anger. Know that the devil is destroying you without your realisation. The devil applauds when he sees your relationship falling apart because of these dark emotions,' he added. Caprice You can always count on Caprice to weigh in whenever something goes viral. The rapper once invited the influencer mother to appear as a guest on his podcast and has previously shared his thoughts on her situation with ex-husband Jofliam. Following the latest drama, the musician urged the former couple to stop airing their disputes online. 'To [Jofliam], just return her belongings. You can afford to buy new ones. Not one of these items will follow you to the grave. I'm just concerned for the kids and how they're going to be affected by all this. When parents fight, the children are the real victims,' he said in his video. All these celebs made very valid points. We hope that Cik Epal and Jofliam could settle this offline for the sake of their 2 children. Watch the business owner's latest video of the recent incident below: Sources: Threads, Instagram (1)(2)
